@article{oai:kumadai.repo.nii.ac.jp:02000328,
 author = {坂口, 美香 and Mika, Sakaguchi and 大河内, 彩子 and Ayako, Okochi},
 journal = {熊本大学医学部保健学科紀要},
 month = {Mar},
 note = {Background: This study investigated help-seeking behaviors and related factors, including the health literacy of postpartum women in the first month after childbirth, with the aim of providing insights for the prevention of postpartum depression. 
Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study using a questionnaire designed in an unsigned, self-writing style. The subject involved all cases who delivered between July 25, 2022 and October 31, 2022 at Obstetric Hospital A. The questionnaire was distributed by nurses during hospitalization, and participants completed it when they visited hospital A for their postpartum checkup. The data was analyzed using IBM SPSS Statistics 28.0.
Results: Of the 620 questionnaires distributed, 200 responses were collected (collection rate: 32.3%) and 153 were deemed valid (valid response rate: 76.5%). The participant's mean age was 32.4±4.3 (mean±SD). The most frequent issue reported for consultation was “physical changes,” and “husband/partner" was the primary advisor. In terms of help-seeking style, 88 (57.5%) exhibited an excessive help-seeking style, while 65 (42.5%) demonstrated an independent help-seeking style. Items significantly related to help requests within the first month after childbirth included EPDS, LSNS-6, and the classification of the person.
Discussion: Cases with higher EPDS scores were associated with higher independence in seeking help from specialized institutions. Cases with broader social networks were more likely to seek assistance.
Conclusion: Our findings suggest that women with robust support networks are more likely to consult with staff at medical institutions when in need. The study underscores the need for a system that enhances family’s understanding of the perinatal condition of the mother and child so that mothers can connect with specialized agencies when help is required.},
 pages = {53--61},
 title = {産後1ヶ月以内の褥婦の援助要請スタイルと関連要因の分析},
 volume = {20},
 year = {2024},
 yomi = {サカグチ, ミカ and オオコウチ, アヤコ}
}